Prince of Wales Theatre

Theatre History

The History of The Prince of Wales Theatre

There has been a Theatre on the site of The Prince's Theatre since 1884. The architect for the original building was C J Phipps. From 1932 the theatre developed a popular reputation for daring and risqué revues. In 1937 The Prince of Wales' Theatre was demolished and the current Prince of Wales theatre was built. The architect Robert Cromie was commissioned to taylor the theatre specifically, changes included a large stalls bar, complete with dance floor.

During the 1950's the theatre was home to variety. But in 1959 the trend changed with the staging of  The World of Suzie Wong, which enjoyed a long run. Funny Girl transferred from Broadway in 1966 with the young Barbara Streisand in the leading role of Fanny Brice. The Prince of Wales is currently owned and managed by Delfont Mackintosh Theatres Limited.

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